Department Chair, Clinical Psychology Program, Dallas Campus (Plano, TX)
Department Chair, Clinical Psychology Program, Dallas Campus (Plano, TX)
The Chicago School, in partnership with the
national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Department
Chair, Clinical Psychology Program for the Dallas Campus in
Plano, TX. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and visionary academic leader to help shape the future of a
growing doctoral program at one of the nation's leading institutions focused on psychology and behavioral health education. The successful
candidate will join a mission-driven university known for its practitioner-scholar model, commitment to innovation, and dedication to
preparing graduates to make a meaningful impact in their communities and professions. This position requires faculty to be on campus four
(4) days per week.
The Clinical Psychology (PsyD) program on the Dallas campus, launched in 2020 within the
College of Professional Psychology, is currently “Accredited, on Contingency” by the American Psychological Association. As the program
continues its growth and development, The Chicago School seeks a collaborative and strategic Chair to lead the next phase of its evolution.
This role offers the opportunity to provide academic, administrative, and clinical training leadership, while strengthening program quality,
advancing student success, supporting faculty excellence, and ensuring full compliance with APA Standards of Accreditation to support the
continued development and success of the program.
As an employee at The Chicago School, you can become a
member of an inclusive community committed to excellence. At The Chicago School, we celebrate individuals of all backgrounds and identities
for who they are and what they can contribute. We take pride in hiring and retaining the most dynamic, talented, and passionate
professionals who will help us continue to innovate for decades to come.
Key
Responsibilities
- Maintain collegial, productive relationships with APA and other relevant accrediting and professional
bodies, and ensure timely completion of all required self-studies, annual reporting, and accreditation documentation. - Provide
leadership and oversight of the program’s compliance with APA Standards of Accreditation (SoA), including evaluation of Profession-Wide
Competencies (PWC), Discipline-Specific Knowledge (DSK), student outcomes, and continuous quality improvement. - Facilitate Program
Faculty Governance and All Faculty meetings and support effective faculty participation in decision-making. - Supervise, mentor, and
support the professional development of Program, Affiliate, and Adjunct Faculty, ensuring alignment with quality standards, licensure
requirements, and institutional priorities. - Provide academic leadership for curriculum design, review, and revision to ensure
relevance, scientific integrity, and alignment with APA accreditation requirements. - Oversee and support all aspects of student
affairs at the program level, including student progression, evaluation, and remediation processes consistent with APA standards and
institutional policies. - Develop and maintain high-quality practicum and internship training opportunities; ensure monitoring of
supervisor credentials, site quality, and training alignment with APA competencies. - Lead the student learning assessment plan and
program review processes, using data to identify program strengths and needed improvements. - Develop strategic academic and budget
plans for the Department, including actions based on assessment findings and program review outcomes; achieve departmental academic and
financial goals. - Promote a culturally responsive learning environment and ensure integration of multicultural and diversity
competencies across coursework and clinical training. - Participate in and oversee program-related scholarship, research, and
scientific inquiry consistent with the program’s training model. - Provide leadership for dissertation processes, student research
mentorship, and faculty engagement in scholarly work. - Supervise the department manager to achieve operational goals and ensure the
effective functioning of academic and clinical training operations.
The above statements are
intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be
construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be
required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Qualifications
- Ph.D. or Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology (required), from an APA-accredited doctoral
program and internship. - Licensed or license-eligible as a psychologist in the State of Texas (must obtain licensure within one year
of hire). - Demonstrated identity as a psychologist, reflected in scholarship, professional activities, and engagement in the
field. - Significant experience in graduate psychology education, including teaching, advising, dissertation supervision, and
academic administration. - Experience supervising clinical training (practicum and/or internship) and ensuring development of
Profession-Wide Competencies required by APA. - Deep working knowledge of APA Standards of Accreditation, including experience with
self-studies, annual reporting, accreditation reviews, and data-based program evaluation. - Proven ability to lead academic programs
or units within a university setting, with strengths in strategic planning, accreditation, program assessment, and curriculum
development. - Commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) and demonstrated ability to promote multicultural
competence among faculty, students, and training sites. - Strong communication, collaboration, and people-development skills, with
the ability to support faculty excellence and foster interdisciplinary initiatives. - Record of scholarly productivity and
professional achievement appropriate to a doctoral-level program. - Ability to represent the program professionally to internal and
external stakeholders, training sites, community partners, and accrediting bodies.
About the
Institution
The Chicago
School has been a leading nonprofit university for more than 45 years, enrolling over 6,000 students across 40+ academic
programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate. The institution’s curriculum expands the
application of psychology to a wide range of careers in medicine, business, counseling, and the behavioral sciences. Guided by
practitioner-scholar faculty who are leaders in their fields, students gain real-world training early in their education, giving them an
unparalleled range of opportunities to implement their learning and hone their skills alongside experienced professionals.
At the heart of its mission is The Chicago School Approach, which combines four core elements—education,
innovation, community, and impact. This unique model goes beyond academic theory to provide students with practical, solutions-oriented
training. Unlike much of traditional graduate education, The Chicago School Approach is not an intellectual pursuit for the sake of
intellectual pursuit. The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent
practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. Through dynamic, diverse classrooms, students
develop cultural humility skills that help them understand and respect the cultural nuances of those they serve.
The Chicago School offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field
of education. Some of our key benefits include: generous paid time-off, medical and dental coverage, company-paid life and disability
insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, professional
development, and regular employee appreciation events.
About the Community
Plano, TX, is a vibrant city located just 20 miles
north of Downtown Dallas and home to roughly 300,000 residents. As a major corporate hub within the thriving Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex,
Plano is known for its strong economy, excellent schools, safe neighborhoods, and high quality of life. The city offers an impressive
variety of attractions, from world-class shopping and diverse dining to expansive parks, trails, and cultural experiences. Residents enjoy
easy access to the many amenities of nearby Dallas,
including its renowned Arts District, the largest zoo in Texas, professional sports, concert and theater venues, and major business centers.
Combining economic opportunity with abundant recreation and a welcoming community atmosphere, Plano continues to be one of the most
desirable cities in Texas.
Application Process
All
correspondence relating to the position of Department Chair, Clinical Psychology Program – Dallas Campus at The
Chicago School should be directed in confidence to the School’s executive search consultant:
Erin House, Assistant Vice President
Scott Healy & Associates
A complete application should include the
following:
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
- Updated
CV; - Teaching Evaluations (if available);
- Contact information for three (3) professional references with title,
institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the
candidate.)
Applications received by August 1, 2026 will receive priority
consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.
SALARY: $110,000
- $130,000 base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation
The Chicago
School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
